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We spent 7 fantastic sunny days here. Heaps of room and to wake up each morning and dive into the private pool was brilliant especially after a few drinks the night before. Sat on deck eating breakfast and watching the whales jump on by, they were only one km out and you could see them clearly. We saw them 5 days in a row. We loved the independence of the unit. The local eating places were great with heaps of choices of what to eat. The night market food selection in Muri was very handy. Our group was made up of two couples with heaps of space in the house. There was also a great selection of DVDs and books. A great place to relax and unwind. Totally recommended.

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30 Sep 2017

kia orana guys! thanks for your comments, we are glad you enjoyed the whale watching from the deck! the lagoon facing pool has always been a major factor int his house being so popular as it looks right on to the lagoon. come back soon. kia manuia. adam & sarah

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Wow what a fabulous place to stay with our two teenage children. Lovely villas, comfortable beds, super swimming pool, use of kayaks complimentary. Excellent location and handy to everything. Will definitely be back.

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Management Response

30 Sep 2017

kia orana and thanks for your comments, you were awesome guests! as you know our huge 3/4 acre property runs off a long driveway away from the road and ends on muri beach, our location is so central yet you wouldnt think so. our private beach area is quiet and well away from the crowds ! would love to have you bak anytime. kia manuia. adam & sarah

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we booked this house for 14 nights and did not want to leave! the house sits looking at the muri lagoon with a island in the middle of the lagoon we explored with the kayaks provided. there is a large pool for our own use and a second pool away from the house that the kids also loved.

the owners were great to deal with from the begining and were on hand throughout our stay. everything was within walking distance and we returned our rental car after two days once we stocked up at the supermarket, everything else was right there in muri. we cooked meals on the bbq on the deck that faces the lagoon or walked 5mins to the night market. there is also a conveniance store 100m from the driveway.

we had a couple of wet days so retreated inside and made use of the dvd's and books provided. the bedrooms were very comfortable with large beds and the doors had insect screens so we could leave open. the lagoon was crystal clear and we kayaked or snorkelled daily right off the lawn.

would recommend to anyone and hope to return to paradise real soon !

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30 Sep 2017

kia orana. wow we appreciate your accurate and honest feedback. after 14 nights in taakoka villa you are most certainly qualified to comment. to anyone reading this looking to book Taakoka Villa - you cant go wrong! kia manuia. adam & sarah

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We stayed 12 days at Taakoka and were very happy with our choice. Having a full kitchen meant that we could negotiate meal times easily with our 5 yr old daughter and it also helped keep the cost of our holiday down by not needing to go out for dinner all the time. There is two convenience stores within walking distance and we went into the supermarket in the main town centre to source most of our meat and veg. We ate out a couple of times at local restaurants as well.A lot of people rent a car for their stay in Raro, but we actually got around just fine via the local bus (and saved quite a bit of $ as a result, plus met some locals).Was very happy that the photos were a good reflection of what we had booked - the pool and lawn in particular with that gorgeous view of the ocean is exactly as shown. What we didn't realise (and which will prompt a return to CI) is that CI is surrounded by a lagoon and hence the waves break about 100m off shore - so the beach is lovely and calm with no crashing waves. It was absolutely perfect for our 5 yr old as it gave her a chance to explore safely. The beaches and indeed all of CI is very very clean too - fantastic compared to other south pacific islands we've been to.Weather was good - we had a couple of days where it was a bit rainy/windy but it was never cold (25-28deg during the day and around 20 overnight).And to top it all off, there are wild chickens roaming about - so no need for an alarm clock as the local roosters take care of that :)Would happily return to Taakoka

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Management Response

5 Jun 2017

kia orana and thank you for your comments. 12 nights was a great amount of time to experience rarotonga, muri and our little slice of paradise. our lagoon is a fantastic playground for all and is right on your doorstep! our great location in muri means you can have access to everything within walking distance without needing a car. look forward to seeing you again. kia manuia. adam & sarah

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We have staid for three weeks in this beautiful house with our two young kids and loved every minute of it!The house is big, and comfortable: soft beds, two bathrooms, well equiped kitchen including dishwasser, big freezer etc, lots of fans,etcThe view from the deck is marvellous and the beach begins at the end of your garden. There are kayaks to use and adam and sarah are very friendly and helpful. The garden is well maintained and the gardener would comeand bring fresh coconuts or passionfruit. Muri beach and takoka ville are definitely the place to be on rarotonga!

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19 May 2017

kia orana. thanks for your comments. after three weeks in taakoka villa you are definately qualified to review ! it was a pleasure catching up with you during your stay and we are glad you took so many great memories away with you! kia manuia. adam & sarah

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